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At Tulip, we’re experiencing a period of incredible growth. To continue on this trajectory, we’re searching for a highly qualified Legal Counsel to work closely with our leadership team. We’re looking for a passionate legal professional that will help us streamline and scale our business. The ideal candidate will be an experienced commercial contracts attorney (preferably with SaaS or software experience) who can collaborate with our commercial team, with the flexibility to fit into a high-energy, hard-working startup environment.

The Job:

  • Provides counsel on a broad range of topics and leads the Company in matters involving complex legal issues.
  • Reviews, drafts and negotiates a variety of agreements: primarily enterprise SaaS sales and commercial contracts.
  • Works across various Tulip teams including Sales and Customer Success on a broad range of legal, business and strategic issues as they arise in a fast-paced, rapidly-changing environment
  • Identifies the need for, and participates in the definition and development of policies, procedures and programs which address areas of risk and ensure compliance with the law
  • Ensures the delivery of quality, timely and cost-efficient legal services.
  • Develops and implements protocols, infrastructure and systems to manage legal matters as appropriate for a U.S.-based corporation, which operates internationally. 
  • Engage and oversee work of outside counsel.

You:

  • 3+ years of relevant legal experience, JD from an accredited law school required.
  • Experience with SaaS model contracts and related legal and business issues.
  • Understanding of, and experience with, HIPAA, HITECH and EU Data Protection regulations and directives a plus
  • Must feel at ease interacting with a range of global customers from medium size businesses to Fortune 500 enterprises.
  • Able to convey strong and prompt communication while consistently adapting and prioritizing in a fast-paced environment.
  • Highly collaborative and able to organize and manage projects across multiple teams.
  • Quick learning self-starter with an outstanding record and demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Tactful with strong internal and external negotiating skills
  • Detail oriented, well-organized and technically adept.

Working at Tulip:

We are building a strong, diverse team that values hard work, families, and personal wellbeing. Benefits of working with us include:

  • Direct impact on product and culture 
  • Company equity
  • Competitive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA, Commuter, and 401k
  • Flexible work schedule and unlimited vacation policy
  • Fully stocked office kitchen with weekly meals and beer on tap 
  • Company outings and happy hours 
  • Fitness subsidies
  • Dog-friendly office

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply. Help us build an inclusive community that will transform manufacturing.


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Technology we use

  • Engineering
  • Product
  • Sales & Marketing
    • C++Languages
    • GolangLanguages
    • JavascriptLanguages
    • SqlLanguages
    • Typescript Languages
    • ReactLibraries
    • ReduxLibraries
    • MeteorFrameworks
    • Node.jsFrameworks
    • MongoDBDatabases
    • PostgreSQLDatabases
    • ConfluenceManagement
    • JIRAManagement
    • SalesforceCRM

Location

Our newly renovated office, which used to be a Ford manufacturing plant, is located in Assembly Square, a hive of tech activity, restaurants, bars, and shops, off of the Assembly T stop along the Orange Line.

An Insider's view of Tulip

What’s the vibe like in the office?

Highly efficient and collaborative. The open office vibe allows for interactions with team members and cross-functional teams to get things done faster. People are approachable so learning and team building are not limited by calendar invites. We work hard but also place office ping pong competitions at high priority

Xi

Adoption Manager

What makes someone successful on your team?

Two key attributes that will lead to success are creative problem solving and communication. Our role involves working with customers across many different industries to quickly identify and deliver effective solutions that have a lasting impact. We're also responsible for ensuring customer feedback appropriately drives evolution of the platform.

Grant

Customer Solution Engineer

How do you empower your team to be more creative?

Opening up the creativity box looking for different alternatives encourages my team to approach a problem from different angles to come up with different solutions. If you make a mistake, you learn and improve. Most likely, you’ll get it right next time. This encourages continuous improvement every day

Pablo

Pre-Sales Team Lead

What are Tulip Perks + Benefits

Tulip Benefits Overview

Tulip provides competitive employee benefits including but not limited to: health, dental, and vision insurance, short & long-term disability, HSA/FSA, L&D program & reimbursement, parental leave, fitness reimbursements, 401(k), unlimited vacation & sick days, commuter benefits, catered lunches three times a week, unlimited snacks and drinks, and sponsored happy hours and team events.

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Partner with local businesses, schools and programs for volunteer work and industry education.
Partners with nonprofits
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Open office floor plan
Employee resource groups
Quarterly engagement surveys
Hybrid work model
In-person all-hands meetings
Employee awards
Flexible work schedule
Remote work program
Tulip is a flexible place of work. Local employees work remotely 2-3 days a week
Diversity
Documented equal pay policy
Diversity manifesto
Diversity employee resource groups
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance + Wellness
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Tulip's Flexible Spending Account (FSA) helps employees cover out-of-pocket medical expenses with pre-tax contributions of up to $2,850 annually.
Disability insurance
Tulip covers 100% of the cost of short-term and long-term disability insurance for Tulip employees
Dental insurance
Tulip covers 100% of the cost for Tulip employees and 90% for families
Vision insurance
Tulip covers 100% of the cost for Tulip employees and 90% for families
Health insurance
Tulip covers up to 100% of the cost for Tulip employees and 90% for families. There are 3 medical plans to choose from (HMO, PPO, and PPO with HSA option).
Life insurance
Tulip offers group-term life insurance.
Pet insurance
Tulip offers pet insurance and a pet discount program.
Wellness programs
Tulip provides a wellness program through our medical provider.
Mental health benefits
Wellness days
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
Tulip's 401(k) retirement plan offers a broad selection of stocks, bonds, and international index funds to choose from.
Company equity
Tulip offers an equity package for all employees; these vest over four years with a one-year cliff.
Charitable contribution matching
Child Care & Parental Leave
Generous parental leave
Tulip offers a generous parental leave package.
Family medical leave
Tulip offers up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year, as well as maintained health benefits, for any employee eligible under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
Return-to-work program post parental leave
Company sponsored family events
Vacation + Time Off
Unlimited vacation policy
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Tulip offers unlimited sick days.
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Tulip employees are able to contribute pre-tax dollars for commuter expenses. Additionally, Tulip offers up to $40 per month towards commuting expenses.
Company-sponsored outings
Free snacks and drinks
Tulip has a fully stocked kitchen including unlimited snacks, fresh fruit, coffee, tea, and soda. Have a special request? Submit this through our survey to get your favorite food stocked!
Some meals provided
Tulip provides catered lunch three days a week!
Company-sponsored happy hours
Onsite office parking
Tulip HQ offers free parking for employees.
Pet friendly
Tulip invites employees to bring their dogs to the office every day of the week. Those working remotely can catch up on all the updates on our dedicated doggo's Slack channel.
Recreational clubs
Relocation assistance
Tulip offers relocation assistance in some cases.
Fitness stipend
Meditation space
Mother's room
Professional Development
Job training & conferences
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Online course subscriptions available
Customized development tracks
Personal development training
Virtual coaching services

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